Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary – $30.18 - $49.77 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Recruiter – Shannon Hughes | shughes@utah.gov |
Application Deadline – 11/11/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

The Utah State Tax Commission is seeking a GIS Analyst to join our team.

In this role, you are not just building maps—you are safeguarding the accuracy of Utah’s tax landscape. As our state grows and boundaries shift, the Tax Commission relies on high-quality spatial data to ensure correct tax distribution. You will be at the forefront of resolving complex boundary discrepancies, validating annexation records, and ensuring our tax databases reflect real-world realities.

Key Responsibilities

• Boundary Stewardship & Annexation Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for verifying jurisdictional boundaries. Investigate and resolve discrepancies between municipal annexation records and digital tax district layers, ensuring that location codes and tax rates are accurately applied.
• Spatial Data Governance: Manage, clean, and maintain the integrity of large-scale spatial databases. Ensure metadata is standardized and records are audit-ready.
• Tax District Analysis: Perform complex overlay analysis to define and update taxing district boundaries, directly impacting revenue distribution and taxpayer compliance.
• Workflow Automation: Develop and maintain scripts to automate routine geoprocessing tasks, reducing manual errors and improving the turnaround time for data requests.
• Collaboration: Act as a bridge between the Tax Commission, local government entities (cities/counties), and internal audit teams. Communicate spatial findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders to resolve tax rate disputes and boundary conflicts.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Urban Planning, Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Expertise in ArcGIS Pro.
  • Strong proficiency in SQL and relational database management.
• Analytical Rigor: A proven ability to troubleshoot complex spatial problems and reconcile conflicting data sources (e.g., verifying local vs. state-reported boundary data).
• Professional Communication: Exceptional ability to translate technical spatial data into clear explanations for taxpayers, local officials, and leadership.
  
  

About the Role

Location –
210 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84134
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
For more information tax.utah.gov

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.